Sold for:
$8,610

Large Taino Zemi Stone, c. 1000-1500 AD, Greater Antilles Island and the Bahamas, the heavy stone tri-point carved with the face and hind legs of a Zemi spirit, lg. 9 1/4, ht. 6 in. Provenance: The Archambault family, collected in the early 20th century in Santo Domingo. Estimate $2,000-2,500 The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.


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Date:
2017-12-02

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